6 Important Guidelines in Life

Annurag Batra posted the following important guidelines in life on LinkedIn: 1. When you are Alone, mind your Thoughts. 2. When you are with Friends, mind your Tongue. 3. When you are Angry, mind your Temper. 4. When you are with a Group, mind your Behavior. 5. When you are in Trouble, mind your Emotion. Read more about 6 Important Guidelines in Life[…]

Top 10 Qualities of a Good Teacher

Gavin McCormack posted the following top 10 qualities of good teachers: 1. They have a strong moral compass. It’s not a competition. If you’ve got a good idea, share it. 2. They share good ideas with other teachers. It is not a competition. Share it. 3. They make teaching come from the heart. They love Read more about Top 10 Qualities of a Good Teacher[…]

7 Valuable Skills That Top Leaders Have Mastered

Lolly Daskal posted the following skills and traits that high achievers and great leaders have cultivated and built over the years. 1. A Well-Developed Personal Philosophy A clear philosophy allows you to set up your expectations and articulate your definition of success so you can set clear goals. 2. Undeniable Persistence Failure isn’t an option, Read more about 7 Valuable Skills That Top Leaders Have Mastered[…]

Carpe Diem

John Maxwell’s minute with Maxwell today was all about “Carpe Diem” and was most inspirational. He reminded us of Robin William’s movie where he teaches his students about Carpe Diem. Williams says, “Don’t wait for something to happen tomorrow. Seize the day!” Maxwell says that we’re living in the day that will be great today. Read more about Carpe Diem[…]

13 Inspiring Traits of Exceptional Leaders

Glenn Leibovitz posted the following 13 traits of exceptional leadership on LinkedIn and I believe these are also traits of educators and parents: 1. They trust you to do the job you’ve been hired to do. 2. They seek your advice and input. 3. They find opportunities to let you shine. 4. They recognize your Read more about 13 Inspiring Traits of Exceptional Leaders[…]

10 Phrases That Help You Communicate More Mindfully

Whether you’re a manager looking to provide more direct feedback, a leader trying to spark meaningful and productive team conversations, or an employee who wants to contribute more, the words we use are key. Marina Khidekel posted this article on LinkedIn and I love her ideas. Try the following phrases: 1. “Let’s brainstorm.” or “Let’s Read more about 10 Phrases That Help You Communicate More Mindfully[…]

One Bad Day Doesn’t Make a Bad Life

John Maxwell spoke of the topic of having bad days on a Minute With Maxwell today. It made me truly contemplate on how I deal with “bad days.” We all have bad days, it’s human and it’s reality. Scott Peck, in his book, A Road Less Travelled, states that life is difficult. It’s true but Read more about One Bad Day Doesn’t Make a Bad Life[…]

What Are You Waiting For?

John Maxwell, on a Minute With Maxwell, spoke of the word “Waiting.” He said that if you’re waiting, you’re already in trouble. Life is about initiating. The things you are waiting for, they will move if you initiate. Motion attraction is true. When you move, you attract others. If you want something, start moving and Read more about What Are You Waiting For?[…]